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July 29, 2024
With a lush landscape that is nothing short of spectacular, ancient fortresses sitting sentry upon craggy hills, wild coastlines, placid blue lochs, cultural cities, picturesque towns, and cozy pubs, Scotland has something for everyone. There are so many must-see Scotland tourist attractions that you’ll be spoiled for choice on what to see on a one-week […]
July 22, 2024
Conveniently located somewhat between Glasgow and Edinburgh and called the Gateway to the Highlands, Stirling is where the undulating Scottish Lowlands meet the rugged slopes of the Highlands. This ancient old town has hosted some of Scotland’s most epic events and delivered some of the nation’s most romantic and/or courageous characters. Stirling is bursting with a […]
July 15, 2024
Inverness, situated on Scotland’s northwest coast, is the largest city and the cultural capital of the Scottish Highlands. There are a plethora of things to do in Inverness, attracting visitors from across the world for its rich Highland history, ancient legends, natural landscapes, quaint towns, medieval ruins, and prehistoric sites. Its Old Town city center […]
July 8, 2024
One of my favorite things about my Scottish Folk Tours trip was the opportunity to try so many different kinds of Scottish cuisine. Known for its rich history and cultural heritage, Scotland has much to offer your taste buds when it comes to traditional and delicious meals. Surrounded by plentiful seas and interspersed with fertile […]
July 1, 2024
The Isle of Skye is, in a word, magical. From misty mountainous landscapes and miles of craggy coastline to lush green glens, storybook Fairy Pools, lovely pastel-colored coastal villages, and ancient castles, Scotland’s most popular island is arguably the most photogenic place in the country. It’s difficult not to be enchanted by its iconic scenery, […]
June 24, 2024
Edinburgh is renowned for its fascinating history, rich culture, lively festivals, and architectural splendor. Spread across seven hills, the city has a bit of a Jekyll and Hyde persona with two very different faces. First, you have the medieval Old Town with its narrow, cobbled alleys and towering, fascinatingly grungy Gothic structures, witch hunts, myths, […]
June 17, 2024
Turkey’s resort city of Antalya is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the country. Boasting over 300 sunny days a year on the Turquoise Coast, visitors can lounge on stunning beaches, visit several historical Roman sights, explore majestic waterfalls, stroll around a yacht-filled Old Harbor, get lost in the well-preserved old town, or […]
June 10, 2024
Just utter the word “Scotland” and you’ll conjure up images of lush highlands and glens, enchanting castles, lyrical bagpipes, magical islands, placid lochs (lakes), Scotch whisky, and of course a quest to find the Loch Ness Monster. Our tour of Scotland from the lowlands to the highlands with Scotland Folk Tours introduced us to all […]
May 20, 2024
Bordered by numerous countries from Asia, Africa, and Europe, the Mediterranean Sea has the massive fortune to be home to thousands of idyllic islands. Sun-kissed turquoise beaches, smoldering volcanoes, archaeological sites, and arguably the world’s most delicious (and healthy!) are features of the best of the Mediterranean islands. Each island has played a part in […]
April 15, 2024
Korčula Island (pronounced kor-chu-la), also known as the Emerald Isle, is one of Croatia’s Dalmatian Islands, located in the azure Adriatic Sea. It’s one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Croatia and the likely birthplace of the famous explorer, Marco Polo. Sailing to Korcula from Dubrovnik is one of the best ways to get […]